Percutaneous release is one of the most successful, minimally-invasive surgical procedures for trigger finger. After numbing the area, the doctor inserts a special needle into the affected tendon sheath to break up the tightened tissue around the tendon sheath. The risk of infection is lower with a percutaneous release than with open surgery, recovery time is shorter, and some researchers suggest it can be as effective as open surgery. Following the procedure, the individual can bend the finger and can start gripping after three days.

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